Eurostar to Belgium and France
- Travel quickly and comfortably to Belgium and France
- In just 3.18 hrs to Paris
- Daily 14 connections to Brussels and 10 connections to Paris
- Reserved seats
Traveling with a departure date after December 15, 2024, can only be booked from/to Amsterdam Central, Schiphol (for Eurostar to Belgium and France), and Rotterdam Central. Booking tickets from/to other Dutch stations is temporarily not possible after December 15. Please make sure to select one of the three mentioned international stations when purchasing your tickets.
Thalys is now Eurostar
The name 'Thalys' is no longer in use, all trains are now called 'Eurostar. You can now book Eurostar to Paris, Disney and Charles de Gaulle. And Sun-Thalys is now called Eurostar Sun.
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Eurostar schedule
Eurostar is the high-speed train for daily connections to the Netherlands, Belgium and France. In the summer you can travel with Eurostar Sun directly to the South of France and Eurostar Snow will bring you to several ski destinations in the French Alps. Eurostar runs directly on weekends to Charles de Gaulle Airport and Disneyland Paris. On the way you can work and relax; your vacation will begin on board the train!
Disneyland Paris
All Disney idols are even more accessible. You don't need to transfer to Brussels or Paris, but you travel directly to Disneyland Paris. Eurostar runs to Disney twice a day in just 3.50 hours!
To the South of France with Eurostar Sun
Every Saturday in July and August, Eurostar Sun runs directly from Amsterdam Central Station to Valence, Avignon, Aix-en-Provence and Marseille. From these four end stations you can easily travel on to the beautiful Alps region or well-known coastal towns in the South of France.
Eurostar to Paris
Eurostar runs from Amsterdam via Schiphol and Rotterdam to Paris 10 times a day.
| Route | Travel times | Transfers | Header | Header |
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| Amsterdam - Paris | 3.18 hours | 0 | Content | Content |
| Utrecht - Paris | 3.38 hours | 1 | Content | Content |
| Eindhoven - Paris | 3.51 hours | 1 | Content | Content |
| The Hague - Paris | 3.06 hours | 1 | Content | Content |
| Breda - Paris | 2.56 hours | 1 | Content | Content |
| Schiphol - Paris | 3.02 hours | 0 | Content | Content |
| Rotterdam - Paris | 2.37 hours | 0 | Content | Content |
| Brussels - Paris | 1.26 hours | 0 | Content | Content |
For a complete travel itinerary, consult our itinerary planner
Eurostar to Brussels
Eurostar runs from Amsterdam via Schiphol and Rotterdam to Brussel 14 times a day.
| Route | Travel time | Transfer | Header | Header |
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| Amsterdam - Brussels | 1.53 | 0 | Content | Content |
| Schiphol - Brussels | 1.34 | 0 | Content | Content |
| Rotterdam - Brussels | 1.10 | 0 | Content | Content |
| Breda - Brussels | 1.26 | 1 | Content | Content |
| Antwerp - Brussels | 0.34 | 0 | Content | Content |
| Paris - Brussels | 1.26 | 0 | Content | Content |
| London - Brussels | 2.08 | 0 | Content | Content |
| Eindhoven - Brussels | 2.24 | 1 | Content | Content |
| Utrecht - Brussels | 2.05 | 1 | Content | Content |
| The Hague - Brussels | 1.39 | 1 | Content | Content |
For a complete travel itinerary, consult our itinerary planner
Tickets issued from or to Brussels-South-Midi are also valid in the regular trains from or to the stations in the Brussels zone. nWhich stations belong to Brussels zone?
Eurostar to Antwerp
Thalys runs from Amsterdam via Schiphol and Rotterdam to Antwerp 14 times a day.
To ski destination with Eurostar Snow
In the winter months Eurostar Snow will bring you directly to Chambéry, Albertville, Moûtiers, Aime-la-Plagne, Landry and Bourg-St-Maurice. From these stations bus transfers will depart to different skiing villages.
View the overview of all the ski destinations for the options or read more about Eurostar to the Alps.
Eurostar prices
With NS International you can travel from € 35 to Paris. Your ticket is also your seat reservation. The sooner you book, the cheaper your ticket. You can already book 122 days in advance.
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The price depends on
- The moment of booking - Early booking means lowest prices
- Travel class - 1st or 2nd class
- Flexibility - Regarding changing or cancelling bookings
Do you want to and can you book far in advance? Then choose the ticket with the lowest fare. The best rate for the price-conscious travellers.
General tips for getting the cheapest tickets
- Book as early as possibly to have the most chance of getting the cheapest tickets.
- Travelling in the evening is often cheaper.
- For a weekend getaway, travel Sat-Sun-Mon instead of Fri-Sat-Sun.
- Book online to avoid booking fee.
Eurostar tickets
Eurostar offers different fare types for your journey. You can choose from the following fare types:
- Standard
- Comfort
- Premium
More information about Eurostar rates
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| Possibility to change | Allowed free of charge up to 1 hour after scheduled departure of train. | Allowed free of charge up to 1 hour after scheduled departure of train. | You can change your ticket to a different travel date or time at no cost up to 48 hours after the departure of the train. |
| Refund | Allowed until 7 days before departure of the train with a fee of € 25,- per person per one-way. After that time, no refund. | Allowed until 7 days before departure of the train with a fee of € 25,- per person per one-way. After that time, no refund. | You can cancel your ticket free of charge up to 48 hours after the departure of the train. |
| Presale period | average 7 months | average 7 months | average 7 months |
| Availability | sufficient | sufficient | plenty |
| Prices Paris | € 35 - € 149 | € 75 - € 169 | € 150 - € 220 |
| Services | Eurostar Welcome bar, free Wi-Fi | Comfortable seat, Eurostar Welcome Bar, fast free Wi-Fi | Comfortable seating, catering at your seat, fast free wifi, access to NS International and Eurostar lounges at several major stations |
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Buy your ticket with Club Eurostar and Frequent Pass at NS International
Do you have a Club Eurostar or a Frequent Pass subscription? Via NS International you can purchase all Eurostar tickets with a high discount of up to 50% for flexible conditions. When booking your ticket please select Club Eurostar or Frequent Pass and the discount will automatically be applied. If you create an account in My NSI and add your card it will link it to your trip with Eurostar. This way you save points which can be exchanged for gifts.
Read more about Club Eurostar
Travelling with children
What are the prices for travelling with children? Is it possible to bring the baby buggy? Can the children walk around and play?Read the practical information about travelling with children for a care-free journey.
Classes in Eurostar
Eurostar has 3 service levels: Eurostar Standard (2nd class), Eurostar Plus and Eurostar Premier (1st class). In Premier, you enjoy extra benefits such as free catering at the seat.Compare the advantages and rates
Travel in comfort in 1st class
Experience the advantages of travelling in 1st class (Plus and Premier) with Eurostar. While travelling in Premier class you will get catering at your seat and comfortable seats.
- More leg room
- Wide seats
- Catering at your seat (welcome drink, snack or main meal*) (Premier)
- Electrical outlet at your seat
- Admittance to NS International Lounge (Plus and Premier)
- Admittance to Eurostar Lounges (Premier)
- More flexibility in changing and cancellation (Premier)
* Depending on the departure times of the trains, a snack or main meal will be served between Amsterdam and Antwerp, Amsterdam and Brussels or between Brussels and Paris. There is no catering between Antwerp and Rotterdam.
On board Eurostar
Locating your carriage
Your carriage number is written on your ticket. On the platforms you will find posters with information about the train set-up which will indicate where you can best wait for your carriage. On the Eurostar trains, the carriage numbers are located next to the exterior doors. So, finding your carriage will be easy. In the carriage, seat numbers are clearly marked above the seats.
More information about finding your seat on Eurostar
Travelling in Eurostar offers you comfort with free Wi-Fi in all Eurostar trains, both for Standard, Comfort and Premium.
Catering Eurostar
In the bar/buffet carriage, you can order coffee, tea or another beverage, and sandwiches, salads and hot or cold snacks. You can pay cash or, for orders of € 10.00 or more, with a credit card. You also have the option to purchase your metro ticket at the bar, but please note, they are not always available.
Electrical outlets
There are electrical outlets in the 1st and 2nd class (Comfort 1 and Comfort 2) next to your chair. You can use and charge your electronic devices during your trip.
Luggage in Eurostar
With your Eurostar ticket you may not bring more than:
- 2 items of luggage with dimension: max. 75 x 53 x 30 cm
- 1 item of hand luggage
- There is no weight limit but you do need to be able to carry the luggage yourself
For security reasons it is prohibited to block the aisles and doors of the train with luggage or to secure them (with rope or locks) to the train.
When travelling with a child you may bring a stroller on board for free beside the above-mentioned items. The stroller must be folded before entering the train and be stowed in one of the luggage spaces in the carriage where you are seated.
More information about luggage in Eurostar
Bringing bicycles on board
Bicycles on board Eurostar are only permitted if they are packed in a bicycle case (135 x 85 x 30 cm). In order for it to fit, you'll need to dismantle the front and back wheel.
Folding bicycle
Folded folding bicycles are considered carry-on luggage as long as they are no larger than the size of a suitcase, namely 75 x 53 x 30 cm.
Please note:
- You'll need to be at the platform 30 minutes before departure in order to have enough time to dismantle your bicycle.
- If your bike doesn't comply with these conditions, you'll not be able to take it on board.
Travellers with impaired mobility
- In Premium class there is space especially for passengers in a wheelchair. There is a special reduced ticket price for this space and one person may accompany you for the same reduced rate. You will have to make a special reservation. The accompanying passenger needs a Guide Pass. (030-2300023, daily from 07:00 to 23:00).
- To ensure safe travel for passengers, the maximum dimensions for wheelchairs are 70 x 120 cm, with a maximum weight of 200 kg. Only manually operated or electric wheelchairs are allowed on board Eurostar.
- Registered guide and assistance dogs are allowed. Guide and assistance animals always travel for free on Eurostar.
Bringing pets on board
In Eurostar to Belgium and France, you may bring a pet, but certain rules and guidelines apply:
Small pets: Pets under 6 kg travel for free in a pet carrier no larger than 45 x 30 x 25 cm (think dog, cat, rabbit or hamster).
Large dogs: Dogs not in a basket or cage are allowed on board only with a ticket at "dog fare". They are allowed on the train only if they are held on the lap or if they are on a leash and muzzled on the floor. You can purchase the ticket on the train from the Train Manager.
Guide and assistance animals: Guide and assistance dogs for the blind are allowed and travel free of charge. You only need to inform the train manager that your guide or assistance animal is on board. Notify the train manager when they walk through the train.
Not allowed animals: Dangerous dogs, wild animals and certain birds (parrots, canaries, etc.).
Passenger comfort: If a traveler objects to the presence of a pet, the Train Manager can move the owner and the animal to another part of the train.
Eurostar Snow to the Alps
Only registered guide dogs and assistance dogs are allowed. Other animals are not. Not even in a cage. Guide and assistance animals always travel free of charge with Eurostar.
Eurostar Sun to the South of France
Only registered guide dogs and assistance dogs are allowed. Other animals are not. Not even in a cage. Guide and assistance animals always travel free of charge with Eurostar.
Ruby, Thalys' new train set
Thalys' revamped train set offers more seats, comfort and is now even more sustainable.
Going on holiday by train with kids
There's no greater pleasure for children than travelling by train! You have more freedom of movement than in a car.